1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Hyundai | Smart |
Model | Pony | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 81.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 33 L |